January 29, 2009

Immortal Jellyfish – Can We Too Live Forever?


jellyfishA tiny jellyfish, shorter than its name, Turritopsis Nutricula, has managed to reverse the aging process.

Most jellyfish die after reproducing, but this "immortal jellyfish" reverts to its younger self and scientists believe it can repeat the cycle indefinitely.

Originally found in the Caribbean, immortal jellyfish are multiplying rapidly and swarming around the world. It’s great news for geneticists studying aging, but not so good from an ecological point of view.

If a jellyfish can live forever, why shouldn’t we?

Improve your life expectancy

Catherine

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